Offshore wind project Leading Light Wind seeks pause from NJ Board of Public Utilities until Dec 20 due to turbine blade manufacturer challenges.

Leading Light Wind is seeking a pause from New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities until December 20 due to challenges in securing a turbine blade manufacturer. The project, planned off Long Beach Island, aims to install up to 100 turbines to power 1 million homes. Citing industry-wide market shifts, the company remains committed to the project, despite mixed reactions from supporters and opponents regarding the feasibility and environmental impact of offshore wind energy.